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Administrative Assistant
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Job ID 75711
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study
Employer Economics, Department of
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

The Department of Economics seeks a student employee to provide administrative support, primarily assisting with department seminars and events. Duties include receiving catering orders, assisting with room set-up for events, providing basic support with conference room A/V equipment or escalating requests to Tech Services, and performing other general office tasks as assigned, such as making copies, digitizing files, and helping maintain office supply inventory.

The student will report to a department staff member and will also receive functional supervision from the Economics Chief Administrator.

Educational Value

This position provides practical experience in office administration, event coordination, customer service, and A/V support in a professional academic setting. The student will develop organizational and communication skills while gaining exposure to administrative processes supporting faculty, staff, students, and department events.

Job Requirements
  • Available to work 5–10 hours per week, primarily on Thursdays and Fridays; other days may be discussed.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to self-manage and work independently while also contributing as a member of a team.
  • Good customer service skills when engaging with members of the university community.
  • Reliable and organized.
  • Prior office or event support experience is helpful but not required.
  • Familiarity with A/V equipment or willingness to learn is preferred.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and availability to economicschiefadmin@umich.edu.

Hourly Rate $15.00/hour to $18.00/hour
Hours 5.0 to 10.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date ASAP
End Date At completion of project
Primary Contact Social Sciences
Primary Contact's Email N/A
Supervisor N/A
Work Location 105 S. State St., Room 4137 North Quad Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Phone N/A
Fax N/A